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Crochetville LLC
June 17, 2009, 02:07 PM
Teacher: CrochetKim (http://www.crochetville.org/forum/member.php?u=1925) (Kim Guzman), CrochetKim website (http://www.crochetkim.com/)

Class Cost: $10.00

Registration Dates: Registration is now open. Click here (http://www.crochetville.org/forum/showthread.php?t=61284) for details on how to register for classes.

Class Begins: Friday, July 10, 2009


Skill Level: Beginner--Student should be comfortable with single crochet.

Description: Learn a special lace stitch pattern in Tunisian crochet to form a beautiful lacy afghan. Students are welcome and encouraged to use the same lace stitch pattern in other projects, such as a scarf or shawl, should they be interested in something other than an afghan.

The stitches and stitch pattern used have been designed to rid you of that annoying curling that is so easily found when learning Tunisian crochet. Like my Tunisian Pillows class, I'll show you yet another way to avoid that curl!

Two separate texts will be posted on the first day of class. The first will be an individual tutorial for the stitches. The second will be the pattern itself. (Yes, a full pattern designed by Kim Guzman will be included in your class fee!)

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Supplies Needed:

The pattern uses Patons Decor which is an acrylic/wool blend. Worsted weight is recommended, although I would definitely consider this to be a smaller worsted. Something more the size of Caron Simply Soft. The afghan is made in all one color, although I'm sure stripes would look nice as well.
An afghan hook two or three sizes larger than the recommended size for your yarn. For instance, with Red Heart Super Saver, I usually use an H or I hook. However, when I'm using Red Heart Super Saver for Tunisian work, I will use a J or a K. Since you'll be making an afghan, you'll want one of the 14" afghan hooks (rather than the 10" hook) or you can also get one with an extension nylon to accommodate the Tunisian loops.
A regular crochet hook in the size recommended for your yarn.

Class Policies: Click here (http://www.crochetville.org/forum/showthread.php?t=61285) to read our Online Class Policies for students. Please read these policies prior to registering for a class.

Maximum Number of Students Accepted: Approximately 25

First Lesson Posted: Friday, July 10, 2009

Last Day Class Material Available: Friday, July 31, 2009

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AmyS
June 23, 2009, 02:14 PM
Registration is now open for this and all other July classes!

crochetkim
June 24, 2009, 05:30 AM
Welcome, everyone! I am the teacher for this class and I am available for any questions you may have before class starts.

This is a really neat class where you will learn an interesting Tunisian crochet technique. We'll be working on an interesting Tunisian lace stitch pattern I developed which will banish the myth that all Tunisian crochet must be dense. You can create lace as well! :)

Lucy
June 27, 2009, 03:09 PM
I am signed up and really
excited about this class.
That afghan looks so pretty.
Nancy

crochetkim
June 28, 2009, 05:55 AM
I am signed up and really excited about this class.
That afghan looks so pretty.
Nancy

Wonderful! I look forward to seeing you there! :)

dilyca2006
July 3, 2009, 12:28 PM
Need to go out and get a couple of hooks!!!

crochetkim
July 4, 2009, 03:22 PM
Need to go out and get a couple of hooks!!!

There are currently 4 Tunisian books on the Annie's Attic top 20 most popular patterns (subject to change daily, of course):

http://www.anniesattic.com/crochet/popular.html

Given the current popularity of Tunisian crochet, I am hopeful that it will start getting easier to find the hooks. :)

dilyca2006
July 8, 2009, 01:45 PM
I ordered a couple of hooks. I really hope they get here before Friday. Also, my dad has been in the hospital and most of my days have been there. Hopefully he will be better by Friday and I can be home for the class for a while.

missmaxx
July 9, 2009, 11:42 AM
Hi,
Just wondering how much yarn we'd need for the afghan?
I'm trying to clear my schedule so I can join you.
sincerely,

crochetkim
July 9, 2009, 11:43 AM
I ordered a couple of hooks. I really hope they get here before Friday. Also, my dad has been in the hospital and most of my days have been there. Hopefully he will be better by Friday and I can be home for the class for a while.

This is one of those projects in which students will be able to stitch up a smaller project to practice the stitch pattern. So, you don't need to worry about making sure to have enough time to complete an afghan. Even if you don't get your hooks until the early part of the week, you should have sufficient time to at least master the stitches which is my primary goal. :hug

missmaxx
July 9, 2009, 05:27 PM
Hi,
I'm registered and ready to go! Looking forward to trying a new technique!

dilyca2006
July 9, 2009, 06:24 PM
Oh. Good!!! Thank you.

This is one of those projects in which students will be able to stitch up a smaller project to practice the stitch pattern. So, you don't need to worry about making sure to have enough time to complete an afghan. Even if you don't get your hooks until the early part of the week, you should have sufficient time to at least master the stitches which is my primary goal. :hug

AmyS
July 9, 2009, 06:51 PM
Registration for this class will close around midnight central time on Friday night, July 10. If I'm awake that late! If I fall asleep earlier, registration will close on Saturday morning, July 11.

If you've been planning on taking this class, don't forget to register by midnight, on Friday, July 10!!

judyat
July 9, 2009, 09:31 PM
I am new to Crochetville and looking forward to this class. I just ordered my hook so will be a little slow to get started. I have crocheted for many years but have never tried Tunisian crochet.

ksknits
July 9, 2009, 10:34 PM
My first class and I'm excited to start. I've done some Tunisian, but just the basic stitches. Looking forward to this!

dilyca2006
July 9, 2009, 11:35 PM
well. I bought a size J hook today at Joann's so, if my others don't come tomorrow or Friday I can at least get started learning the stitches and then use my others for the afghan!!! I am really excited. I have not done Tunisian stitch in so many years that I hae forgotten how to do it. I am excited to learn this lacy stitch.

crochetkim
July 10, 2009, 06:00 AM
Hi, everyone! I wanted to let you know that your class material has now been posted. Feel free to stop by the classroom and "pick up" your materials at any time.

For anyone thinking about this class, there is still time if you'd like to participate! You can register until midnight tonight.

Looking forward to seeing you there! :manyheart

dilyca2006
July 10, 2009, 09:53 AM
Thanks Kim!!

JoBug
July 14, 2009, 09:04 AM
Oh NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO I wanted in on this, darned Lupus and dialysis, is there going to be another class PLEASE???? I so want to learn this technique, soooooooooo badly.....

freespirit625
July 14, 2009, 01:58 PM
I wanted to learn it also but the timing did not work out.